This drop-in group explores the connections between Buddhist practice and recovery. The evening begins with a brief meditation instruction, followed by a period of meditation, a short talk and discussion.

The group is led by senior practitioners in recovery. Donation requested.

Meditation in Recovery sometimes meets on Monday holidays. The Mondays when the group will not meet will be posted on the City Center calendar.

Programs at Hartford Street Zen Center

Meditation in Recovery Fridays, 7:30 - 9 pm

Women's Meditation in Recovery First Thursday of the month, 7:15 - 8:45 pm

These essays have grown from the Meditation and Recovery group which began meeting weekly at the San Francisco Zen Center in 2000.

Though written by one person, they represent the experience, strength and hope of many. In accord with the traditions of anonymity in Twelve Step programs, the author remains unnamed. And in the spirit of gratitude which marks both paths, these essays are offered to anyone who has use for them, without copyright. They may be distributed free of charge. Our only requests are that the attribution to the San Francisco Zen Center remain, that this introduction be included and that copies not be sold for profit.

We make these essays available as a beginning text for those wishing to explore the connection between practice and recovery.